1985 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2003 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Wrangler (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 460 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Jeep Wrangler (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 2003 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Accord | Wrangler |
Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |